

HY-N0656 · Free Sample (0.1 - 0.2 mg)
MedChemExpress · Cat: HY-N0656
Reach 3+ verified distributors
Manufacturer product page
medchemexpress.com/usnic-acid-1.html
Description
Usnic acid is a secondary metabolite of lichens with a unique dibenzofuran skeleton. Usnic acid inhibits DNA/RNA synthesis and has antibacterial activity. Usnic acid induces cell cycle arrest and apoptosis and has anticancer activity. Usnic acid inhibits RANKL-mediated osteoclast formation and function by reducing the transcriptional and translational expression of NFATc1. Usnic acid has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities by inhibiting lipid peroxidation and myeloperoxidase.







